General Trades Worker (37.5 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations Department has three (3) job openings for General Trades Workers at the Storrs campus.  The General Trades Worker positions are permanent, full-time, 1st shift positions with a work schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm (includes an unpaid half-hour for lunch).  The hourly salary will be determined at the time of job offer based on the employee's current job classification and step, and is non-negotiable.

These positions are categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff.  Incumbents in these roles must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations.  Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime and must be willing to work nights, weekends and/or holidays to provide coverage/maintenance support at sporting events.

These positions are categorized as “Open only to statewide employees” and current, qualified UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.  In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application.

  

If applicable, applicants are strongly encouraged to indicate on their application (under the Job-Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section of the application) the name(s) of any Educational Institution(s) attended in  trade related subjects and to indicate the (in person and/or online) course(s) studies,  Address, City, State where the Educational Institution(s) are located, the years attended and the number of Credits earned or Diploma Earned.

 

If selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide the names, titles and phone numbers of three professional references.  In addition, current State of Connecticut employees at UConn or other State Agencies, may be asked to provide copies of the last two (2) performance appraisals and CORE attendance records.   Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.

 

Applicants must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license throughout employment with the University.

 

Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR's Services Unit phone number at 860-486-3034.

This class is accountable for performing highly skilled trades duties in various trade areas.

Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring the application of trade skills, codes, and standard trade practices in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVACR, glazing, masonry, painting work, etc; makes estimates of time, personnel, and material required on assigned tasks; keeps necessary records; in smaller trade areas, may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area; performs duties related to the trade or trade areas as required; may operate and maintain heavy earth moving equipment; performs related duties as required. 

At UConn, General Trades Workers perform highly skilled maintenance tasks in Academic Buildings, Residential Buildings and Athletic Buildings and Fields.  The work assignments will vary and will include tasks that will be performed both indoors and outdoors.  Examples of the work assignments to be performed outdoors include, but are not limited to, athletic field maintenance, sports equipment repair and set up, and the operation of heavy machinery.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices of a variety of trade areas; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records; some ability to utilize computer software.

Four (4) years of experience in one or more trade areas.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in one or more trade areas.
Note: For State Employees this is interpreted at or above the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2. Housekeeping, custodial, and food services duties will not be considered as qualifying experience.

1. Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.
2. Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

• Computer skills relating to a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) such as AiM.
• Experience using an iPad.
• Experience working at a college campus or similar setting.
• Experience performing maintenance tasks on regular and turf fields; knowledge and experience with the associated equipment utilized to perform these tasks.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

At State Airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination may be required.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and to risk of injury from equipment.
2. The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp

Information concerning the University’s policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn’s Job page at:  https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.